Festival of Reading preparing to Rock out?

(Central Fl, Lake County)

Spring and sleuths have arrived with 'Murder, Mystery and Mayhem' as this years 

theme for the 8th annual Festival of Reading that will not only bring 

with it great authors to the week long festivities but two great Florida 

based bands.

First on April 2nd @ 12:30pm punk rockers 'Vagrant Undertow' will take the floor performing live in the Leesburg Public Library.(These guy's also gave a live set for Lake Front TV which you can catch streaming on

http://www.lakefronttv.com/ ) So Rock out while enjoying great prizes, refreshments and of course meet the band after the show!

Then on April 8th @ 6:30pm in the Mount Dora Community Building come and  meet your favorite authors who are just "Dying to meet you"  while listening to the music of Lisa and Gina Gomez  of the pop/rock band Gemeni as they perform acoustically during the Author's Reception. 

As always stay in touch with all the happenings, new music and 

upcoming summer shows by logging onto MyLakeLibrary.org ~TeenLib.

Vagrant Undertow : http://www.reverbnation.com/vagrantundertow

Gemeni : http://www.facebook.com/GemeniTwins?ref=ts&sk=app_2405167945

Vagrant Undertow Rocks the Studio

The talented punk/rockers Brennan, Justin, Charles, Kevin

and Alex performed this past Wednesday at the Lake Front

TV studio as part of the Festival of Reading Kick-off 

proving they have the personality and musical ability to be compared to punk greats 'Blink 182', 'Sum 41' and

'Simple Plan'. 

Coming from Orange Park Fl, with past performing venues 

including the Haven and appearances on CW17 and 

headliners for the 2011  The Shiners Chili Cook off and 

The Donna Deegan “Race for the Cure” Marathon.And Upcoming performances include the Murray Hill Theater. 

Come out and meet the Guy's on April 2nd @ 12:30pm as they rock the 

Leesburg Public Library!

To read more about the Guy's or listen to their latest tracks browse on over to http://www.reverbnation.com/vagrantundertow#!

Photos from the March 16th filming 

http://mylakelibrary.org/teens/photo_gallery.aspx?catid=109

Indie Rocker Christina Perri... Move over generic wannabes !

A couple of nights ago I was streaming the radio through my computer, actually not paying much attention to the techno hypnotic  beats that seemed to have taken control of the airwaves, when I was struck back to reality by this deep almost tragic melody and I turned the volume high to hear what was coming to life through my speakers.

  'Jar Of Heart's' by the  indie rocker Christina Perri was the title, so I decided to take a listen to more of her music and I found this beautiful 23 year old is a massively talented singer/songwriter who has dabbled in almost everything from Olive Oil making in Italy to holding the position of excutive producer creating music videos and commercials and even spending time as an assistant to a rock band for a short time.

 Bill Silva Management who represents Jason Mraz as well as James Morrison signed to represent Christina when a  video of one of her original edgy compositions 'Tragedy' caught attention. Soon following 'Jar of Hearts' aired on Fox's So You Think You Can Dance as a backdrop to a memorable piece choreographed by Stacey Tookey, Which sent 'Jar of Hearts' into the Top 10 on the iTunes Pop chart.

A musical style that's softer than Alanis Morissette but rougher than Sara Bareilles  flowing lovely revenge through the song 'bang bang bang' and 'daydream' being the perfect soundtrack when your heart is  wandering off.
With music that is so raw and organic, so relatable I will have to say I really appreciate an artist such as Christina. She has created such imperfectly Beautiful music <3

Christina Perri will be on tour this Spring/Summer hitting different parts of the U.S

www.ChristinaPerri.com

Vagrant Undertow Live in Leesburg!

Prepared to be rocked by Florida's own pop/rock sensation 'Vagrant Undertow'. This talented  band coming out of Orange Park has played clubs including The Haven, various Charity events, CW 17 and will be headlining several 2011 events including The Shiners Chili Cook off and The Donna Deegan “Race for the Cure” Marathon event in February. The band has a fun youth mix of pop and punk reflecting a similarity to the great 'Blink 182' and the canadian punk hit makers 'Simple Plan'. Come see Justin, Brennan, Charles, Kevin, and  Alex live at Leesburg Public Library Saturday April 2nd!

You can check out the band's music and schedule on:
http://www.reverbnation.com/vagrantundertow#!

O-Town Reunion??

2011 seems to have set the stage for the resurrection of the 'Boy Band' with 'New Kids On The Block' and 'Backstreet Boys' uniting on a summer tour combining to form one super band NKOTB BSB Tour, Which we caught a preview of during their ABC 'Rockin Eve' performance in New York.

But is there yet another famous 'boy band' rebirth coming in 2011? Online reports are consistently saying the  O-town reunion is on its way. The guys were originally chosen on the ABC/MTV reality show 'Making The Band' in 2000, before the band split they had been held in comparison as the 'next' Backstreet Boys with hits 'Liquid Dreams' and 'All or Nothing' (covered by Westlife).

 Erik-Michael, Dan, Trevor and Jacob are said to back in the studio, and No I didn't forget the fifth member, Ashley Parker Angel has as of now  turned down the offer  to focus more on a stable acting career.

So Get your 'I heart O-town' poster back out, your BSB lunch box and tell your older sister to get her NKOTB Tiger Beat issue out of the attic, cause we're all about to turn 13 again!

Avril Lavigne Say's "What The Hell" with her new single!

The platinum selling sharp-tongue artist Avril Lavigne is back with her new single "What the Hell" off her soon to be released album 'Goodbye Lullaby' by RCA Records.

Avril wrote or co-wrote each song on her anticipated new album as well as producing tracks "4 real" and "Goodbye".  The punk starlet has previously been nominated for eight Grammy award's and is the winner of seven canadian Juno awards.

Lavigne's creative force dosn't stop in music this “Sk8er Boi" entrepreneur not only  launched her own fashion and lifestyle brand she calls Abbey Dawn and two fragrance's (Black Star and Forbidden Rose) but has given part of herself to Philantropic activity establishing The Avril Lavigne Foundation R.O.C.K.S, standing for Respect, Opportunity, Choice, Knowledge and Strength. The foundation work's in partnership with leading charities to design programs, raise awareness and support for children and youth living with serious illness or disabilities.

You Can download Avril's new Single "What The Hell" on iTUNES now.
And look for her new album "Goodbye Lullaby" when in drops in March.


http://www.theavrillavignefoundation.org/

Kim Kardashian... Pop Singer? Or Just a pretty Face?

On New Year's Eve Las Vegas Club Tao hosted a performance by 30 year old Reality Star Kim Kardashian as she gave the crowd a preview of her new Song 'Turn it up'.

The song was crafted at the hands of Hit maker The-Dream who is the master-mind behind Rihanna's 'Umbrella' as well as hit songs for Beyonce and  Justin Bieber.

Although The-Dream  said the Socialite has "got a really good voice", while I was listening to the online sound clip from her New Year's Eve performance I noticed it sounded more like a generic Britney Spears clip with assistance from auto-tune.

But, I suppose the final verdict will take place when we hear the full and clear version on the radio. Hopefully Kim will find a more stable home in the music industry than her fellow socialite Paris Hilton with her not so 'Hott'  single 'Stars are blind'... yeah remember that one!

Wildcard Announced

Voice Of An Angel...The Wildcard announced!

Native Floridian Chad Fernandes takes the wildcard position in the National singing competition 'Voice Of An Angel'( similar to the phenomanon American Idol). Chad is a talented singer/songwriter and musician whose talents are well showcased in his current single 'Undesearving' and his EP 'One Step Closer' available now.

This gospel/pop artist graduated from Florida International University and currently resides in Orlando performing at local venue's such at The Haven and Urban Flatt's and at  Central Florida event's  such as ArtsFest, the Orange County Fair and the Hear That That Concert Series. Chad was recently a judge for the Trash to Fashion 'go green' design contest in Clermont( a first for the county) and printed in Lake County's Focus Magazine as well as other  popular Florida publication's.

You can listen to Chad's music on his myspace at www.myspace.com/ChadFernandes


And don't forget to Vote for Chad at http://www.encounterwithgod.com/angel/index.html

Kicking Daisies

Radio Disney's N.B.T...WHOA!

Kicking Daisies is the newest edition to the Disney alumni after they won the 2010 N.B.T (next big thing) contest by Radio Disney, which include's a record contract and once in a lifetime promotional Opportunities. This band is definitly not what you think of when 'Disney' gets brought up in a conversation. These four Connecticut teens have broke the mold by bringing an alternative/punk rock vibe to Radio Disney.

 I had the opportunity to see the band open for AllStar Weekend this past Saturday in Celebration, Fl, within the first song I could see how different they were from the manufactured pop clone and actor's turned singer's... lead guitarest Ben Wowed the crowd when he used his tongue to rock his guitar on his solo, drummer Caitlin currently holds the title of "World's fastest Drummer" in the female division amazing us with her skill that was so far beyound her age,  rhythem  guitariest and lead vocalest Duran was an absolute blast to watch with great vocals, and the calm and adorable Carly showed off her talent on  bass and vocals.

This is a band you need to hear if you love the sound of Paramore, Hey Monday, Press Play or Simple Plan, you will love Kicking Daisies, So Request 'Keeping Secret's' on your local radio!
www.kickingdaisies.com

Kadesh: New Album Coming...

Local Lake County Christian Rock band return's from Nebraska with a finished record  that will be ready to release in early 2011 and will be available on iTUNES and Amazon.

The energetic and uplifting trio consit of Lake County guy's  Aaron Holmes, Ryan Edwards and Stephen Troesch who call there musical style 'Hopeful Rock'.

If you have your playlist filled with song's by Switchfoot, One Republic and 30 Seconds to Mars odd's are good you'll be listening to their music on you tube until there new album is released!

For those of you in the area check out Kadesh performing Sunday November 28 @ Northpoint Fellowship in Umatilla, Fl. And December 12th @ Trinity Evangilical Free Church in Eustis, Fl.

www.YouTube.com/Kadeshmusic
www.Kadeshmusic.com
www.offthetrail.net

NKOTB AND BSB... Boy Band invasion coming... again

To most of us we know them from the song 'Single' featuring R&B sensation Ne-yo  but  New Kids On The Block  is actually the first of the modern boy bands we know now, formed out of  Boston in 1984 with brothers Jordan and jonathon Knight, Joey Mclntyre, Donnie Wahlberg and Donny Wood. The band sold 80 million record's worldwide, and after an over decade hiatus they bounced back to the spotlight with their 2008 album "Block"   which debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top Pop Albums Chart and now the guy's are gearing up to go on tour this summer with the muti-platunum 90's hit makers the BackStreet Boys.

BSB orginated out of Orlando, Florida in 1993 and selling over 130 million album's worldwide making the band one of the best sellling group's of all time. Hooking their fans with heart-melting Lyric's like 'All I have to give' and ''As long as you love me'. With there latest 2009 album 'This Is Us' their debut single of the album 'Straight through my Heart' peaked at #18 on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs and the album peaked at #2 in Japan and was certified Platinum.

New Kids On The Block and BasckStreet Boys are scheduled to perform together at the American Music Award's and are embarking on a Summer 2011 tour together which is sure to please.

www.nkotbsb.com/

www.backstreetboys.com

www.NKOTB.COM

Chad Fernandes: Orlando Artist

Chad Fernandes: To compete on Voice of an Angel 

Talented musician singer/songwriter, with his current single 'Undeserving' from his EP 'One Step Closer' who has performed at the HTT music series along with the Minneola Artsfest, Urban Flatts at the Villages and The Haven, as well as one of our judges for the 'Trash to fashion' design contest at Cooper Memorial, will be appearing on TV's Voice of an Angel in late November as one of the top 12 semi-finalist to air on Fox affiliates. You can learn more about the competion at www.EcounterWithGod.com/angel and www.Myspace.com/ChadFernandes

A Rocket to the Moon

A Rocket to the Moon, an experiment by vocalist Nick Santino in 2006. With guitarist Justin Richards of Brighten, bassist Eric Halvorsen and drummer Andrew Cook they released their first full length studio album in October 2009. Starting their first official tour in 2008 with The Cab, Hey Monday and This Providennce. This pop/alternative rock band has qualities of SecoundHand Serrnade in the song 'Like We Used To' , and catchy chorus in the song 'Mr.Right', But my opnion lies along the side of generic, excluding these, that is their sound 'generic'. I think they need a little more experimenting to really catch the listerner, or I guess I should say 'Catch me'.
The band is Currently on Tour with Hanson.
www.myspace.com/arockettothemoon

Alex Calise Q&A

With songs in heavy rotation on several MTV and VH1 shows, featured in Blender Magzine and Guitar World, having 100,000 downloads in five days on Bit Torrent site and


FrostWire.com and circulating on thousands of different charting radio stations, and with her song “Morning Pill” in a One Tree Hill promo… This girls going far fast.


Check out her new song “Break Me” and tell the Orlando Hit station 106.7 and Rock 101.1 to Play Alexx Calise!

1. Who are your biggest musical influences?
I’m a huge fan of silverchair, The Toadies, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Stone Temple Pilots, Buckcherry, and Johnny Lang.
2. If you could collaborate with an artist who would it be?

I would love to collaborate with Daniel Johns of silverchair. He’s a brilliant songwriter, and an extraordinary vocalist and guitar player. I finally had the opportunity to see him perform live out here in LA a few years ago (silverchair are Australian and don’t tour the US often), and I was completely blown away. I think that if given the opportunity, we could create something monstrous.


3. Is there a song on the radio that you think is massively over-played? If so, which one?
Probably “Bad Romance” by Lady GaGa. However, I don’t mind. At least it’s not insipid, vacuous drivel. I think her music is delightfully weird and interesting.

4. Did you write the lyrics for this album?

Yes, I always write the lyrics for all my albums. That’s a huge stipulation of mine because I’m a writer first and foremost.


Lyrics to me are the most important and intimate elements of a song, and I just wouldn’t feel right if I didn’t at least have a hand in their creation.
5. Is there one place you love to perform at, or would love to perform at in the future?

I would love to perform at Madison Square Garden with my father on bass (he’s a sick player). That’s always been a dream of his, and I’d like to make that a reality for him someday soon. He is, after all, the one who inspired me to pick up my instrument. It’s only fair.

6. If you had to describe your album in one word what would you say?

Rocktronica!


7. What do you want to accomplish through your music?


Well, like any artist, I hope to inspire as many people as possible through my music. A lot of bands have helped me get through some pretty dark times over the years, so I’m hoping that my music will also do the same for others.


I would like to tour more extensively as well. International touring in particular would be amazing because I’ve unfortunately never been outside of the States.

8. What is your must-have junk food?
Red velvet cake, hands down. Whenever I pass by red velvet cake in the grocery store, it takes everything not to snatch it up right then and there and scarf it down. It’s that good. Damn you, red velvet cake. Damn you



9. If you could change one thing about society today what would it be?


Well, there are loads of things I’d like to see changed, but one big thing I notice is that we are extremely divided on a political level in this country. Without being too specific, I do believe a lot of people (on both sides) are quick to point the finger at everyone else instead of accepting responsibility for his or her actions or offering to help fix the problem. If everyone had a dialogue with each other instead of a monologue, they’d probably see that most everyone is somewhat on the same page, and they may even have similar ideals.



10. Is there anything additional you would like to tell the readers about yourself? (have tattoos, vegetarian… ect)


Well, contrary to my onstage persona, I’m actually quite shy and introverted, I’m double jointed, I’m a total bookworm, I don’t have any tattoos (shockingly), and I also own a business aside from my music career. I know, I’m just full of surprises…:
www.AlexxCalise.com/media

Bruno Mars: 'Doo-Wops and Hooligans'

Bruno Mars the stage name for singer-songwriter, producer and instrumentalist Peter Hernandez.


This 25 year old Hawaii native collaborated with the hip-hop star B.O.B on 'Nothin' On You' and with Travie McCoy on the hit 'Billionaire' as well as co-wrote Flo Rida's 'Right Round' and K'naan's 'Wavin' Flag.

With his Debut album 'Doo-Wops and Hooligans' you get a twist of R&B and classic pop charm. The album seems effortless, as he showcase's in his first single "Just the Way You Are', as if it just fall's into place. I love the salute to the classic's that are hidden in these song's, to me he has a modern 'Rat Pack' quality. This is defiantly a fantastic album with a tune for all of you.

http://www.myspace.com/brunomars

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The Ready Set

Solo project of Jordan Witzigreuter from Ft Wayne Indiana. Electronica/pop that the more you listen the more you want to hear more. An earlier version of the current pop single 'Love Like Woe" originally made it's way to Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz, who promptly made The Ready Set the first signing to his newly-formed Decaydance Records/Sire Records joint venture. The Ready Set's debut album "I'm Alive, I'm Dreaming," was released on June 15th 2010. 'Spinnin' and 'Drain Notes' are entertaining electronic pop for all of you that love the club dance beats. The Ready Set is currently on tour with Hey Monday.

www.myspace.com/thereadyset

A Summer Scene

A Summer Scene breaking the doors down of powerpop music, there's no way to over look them.



Still unsigned yet they have grasped their sound, and despite their youth they have a solid beat. Background similar to that of Forever The Sickest Kids and Mercy Mercedes with vocals following behind those of Alex of All Time Low


With there current EP 'Story For Your Friends' you can hear the potential that each member posses to last in this genre of music, to not only stay but excel.


With powerpop dance floor tunes like 'Now or Never' and 'Summer Nights and City Lights' take a few seconds and check these guy's out... And it does not hurt that there pretty nice to look at!


www.Myspace.com/ASummerScene

New Politics

New Politics


Pushing the envelope of Lyrical petition and liberating their band from the current manufactured sound of one hit radio wonders. With a similar quality and musical styling to the band's Cage the Elephant and Paper Tongues, New Politics is a the dose of medicine for all you indie rock lovers and rock station surfers.

New Politics is a rock band from Copenhagen, made up of David Boyd, Søren Hansen, and Poul Amaliel. Receiving praise for their current debut single, "Yeah Yeah Yeah".

2009 the Guy's sent their songs ("Stress" and "Money") into the Danish National Radio P3’s Karriere Kanonen ("Career Cannon") competition. New Politics were one of 42 selected to perform, and was among the top four winners.

November 2009 New Politics signed with RCA, and on June 13, 2010 they released their first album, self-titled "New Politics", featuring ten tracks including their hit single "Yeah Yeah Yeah".

The band will be touring with 30 Seconds to Mars on the Into The Wild Tour in September and October 2010. Go check them out when they hit a city near you!

"This time around we shall march to battle, And bring victory to the people
Isn't that what you want?, Isn't that what we've wanted all along?
Watch the outcome, I'll give you the outcome!" Lyrics from New Politics single "Yeah Yeah Yeah"

http://www.newpoliticsrock.com

Every Avenue

Formed in 2003 out of Marysville, Michigan and signed to Fearless Records in 2007, Every Avenue mixes the strong flavors from punk-rock grunge of the 90's with powerpop from today's top emo/rock sound's.


Their first full length album "Shhhh...Just go with it" was released in 2008 and ranked number 27 US Billboards HeatSeekers. Touring with bands such as Hit the Lights, Farewell, Mayday Parade, All Time Low, The Maine, and the band made their first trip to the UK in January 2009, being the opening for Boys Like Girls . Appearing on the Vans Warped Tour and receiving more than 150,000 downloads of "Where were you" on Mark Hoppus' "Hi My Name Is Mark" blog on iTunes.

Every Avenue was one of the band's that opened on the Alternative Press Tour 2010. I had the Opportunity to attend the show at Orlando's House of Blues with Headliner NeverShoutNever, the crowd and myself included had such a crazy time when they took to the stage, I started hearing the first few lyrics of "Where were you" I looked around to see everyone over singing and jumping high as they could! I would defiantly see them again!

With song's like "Tell me I'm a wreck", "Girl Like That", and "Mindset" this band is the perfect Soundtrack for your hot summer days!

The band's latest album "Picture Perfect" is available on iTUNES and they are currently headling the "Rock YourSelf to Sleep Tour" by Motel 6.

www.myspace.com/everyavenue

Friday Night Fever Q&A

Q: As a band is there one particular artist/band you look up to or find inspiration from?

A: Micheal Jackson

Q: What is the meaning behind ‘Friday Night Fever’, How did you come up with that name?


A: We really liked the bars and the dance theme. The name kind of hit us. We had a few to choose from and ended up putting a few options on Myspace and asked which ones our fans liked best.

Q: What genre of music do you consider your band to be?

A: Pop/Rock

Q: If you had to choose a theme song what would it be?

A: Queen “We Will Rock You”


Q: What are your goals as far as your music careers?



A: To pack an arena, to go platinum, to have a #1, to be ‘TIMELESS!’

Q: What is some advice you have for young musicians hoping to make in the entertainment world?

A: Listen to the people smarter than you, those that have made it in the industry, Don’t be stubborn, don’t be afraid to change… be willing to change…

Q: Now let’s talk about this tour! Do you guy’s have a favorite Junk food for the road?



A: Derek: Sour Patch Kids and White Macadamia Cookies

 A: Luke: Pizza and ice cream



A: Landon: Reese’s cup and caned energy drinks like Rock star



A: Joe: ice cream

Q: Describe your music in one word.

A: Awesome-Scorgasim

Fefe Dobson

Pop/Rock Singer-songwriter, Fefe Dobson, from Ontario, Canada, began writing when she was 14, and by 16 years old she was taking the music world by storm.


In 2003 her self-titled album went gold and earned her two Juno award nominations; gaining endorsements deals with “Got Milk” ads and “Tommy Hilfiger” campaigns.
Fefe’s songs have been placed in Drew Barrymore’s film “Whip It”, “The Perfect Score” and on TV promo’s for “Fringe” and “Lipstick Jungle”.
Fefe was also a co-writer on the track “Start All Over” which was recorded by Miley Cyrus for her 2007 album Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus.
Now, she is releasing her sophomore album Joy in early July. With a British flair in the single “I Want You” and her newest release “Ghost,“ she not only showcases her versatility, but her creative musical style and wonderful pop/punk vocals. I recommend you also check out some of her older tracks like “Take Me Away” and “Kiss Me Fool”, but fair warning they will get stuck in your head!


For those of you in the Central Florida area Fefe will be performing for free at Red Hot and Boom this July, along with other talented artist such as Jessie James and The White Tie Affair.

If you enjoy Pink’s style, and Ke$ha’s daring melodies, you’ll love Fefe Dobson.

www.Myspace.com/FefeDobson
www.fefedobson.com

Briana Waldorf

Lyrics from Briana Waldorf’s debut single “My World” . Her words define this talented girl as a refreshingly positive and determined pop singer in a world in need of her pure and youthful character.
Emerging from Tampa, Florida, Briana began singing at age 8 with musical influences from pop super-stars like Mariah Carey and Rihanna.
Not only is she a pop vocalist but a talented songwriter, turning her own experiences into melodies and Lyrics. Briana top’s off her abilities by playing most stringed instruments as well as the piano.
As a member of the ROTC as Cadet Captain she has a respect for the military and credits the ROTC with teaching her dedication, responsibility, leadership and discipline. Volunteering to choreograph and design costumes for youth performances in her community. She has a love for people that shows’ in her amicable personality.
I had the opportunity to not only meet Briana Waldorf but to work with her at a performance this past December. This zestful artist not only brought a smile to everyone’s face but showed her true professional attitude when she performed despite having lost her voice the prior night, yet not one person in the audience suspected anything. She even stayed late after the show and taking photo’s with anyone who asked.

If you enjoy Jordin Sparks, Selena Gomez and Miranda Cosgrove you will love Briana Waldorf.

Check her out on iTUNES
www.myspace.com/BrianaWaldorf

Friday Night Fever

Friday Night Fever is a Pop/Rock band blasting out of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Formed from the remains of the two unsigned bands, Forever in a Day, and Saving Litchfield, they have a contagious sound and charismatic stage performances. It's really not hard to figure out why these guys are progressing so quickly in the music world.
Performing at various Bamboozle shows with PowerPunk Band Forever the Sickest Kids with current songs from the EP like "Glamour Kills", they offer something you really don't hear often in today's bands. Harmonizing, with melodies and utilizing lyrics that make you smile a little every time you hear a song and with such an infectious pop beat. A "Summer" song! as well as the popular "She felt like destroying something beautiful" are great examples. I could compare this to All Time Low, but it would not be accurate because on their tracks the vocals are much stronger. These alternative rock tunes catch you the moment the tracks start.

Friday Night Fever has been featured and praised by Alternative Press Magazine, Absolut Punk, The Daily Chorus, and PureVolume.com top new music chart. I had the opportunity to interview the guys, and besides being a blast to speak with they are filled with dedication and ambition. They also agreed to give us a signed band T-shirt to go with the article.
You can find FNF on YouTube, Facebook, Myspace.com/FNF and ITUNES. As FNF puts it; "This is one fever you can't sweat out" Remember to request Friday Night Fever on your local radio stations so the band can get greater circulation of their music!

I Am Vassal


1. As an acoustic artist is there one particular artist/band you look up to or find inspiration from?

"I really look up to Bright Eyes and Death Cab For Cutie. They both have such depth to they're lyrics and are so musically talented. I guess you could say they are my biggest inspiration."


2. You play guitar, are you self-taught?

"I am sort of self taught. My dad helped at first, but after awhile I just kinda took it and ran with it."


3. What is the meaning behind 'I am Vassal'?

"In the Medieval times when a peasant owed something to a noble they become a servant to their noble lord. They were then called a Vassal. I feel like I am a servant to my lord so I Am Vassal."


4. Do you play any other instruments?

"I can play piano or synth, bass, harmonica, drums, mandolin, banjo, and ukulele. I taught myself all of them, but I am best at guitar, bass, uke and piano."

5. What genre of music do you consider yourself?

"I don't really think genres are important. Music is a form of expression and you shouldn't classify that into different things. I wouldn't want to attract just a group that likes 'indie'' or 'acoustic' music. I want to attract people that like just music in general."

6. How would you describe your sound?

"The sound of my music is calm I guess. It is something you can listen to when you are just relaxing. I try to not make it boring, but not like full of energy, so I guess it is just relaxing."


7. What is one artist/band you would love to see in concert this year?

"I would love to see Death Cab if they do a tour."

8. What is your hope to accomplish in music?

"I just hope I can reach people with my lyrics. I want people to be able to relate to the words I sing. I would love to go as far as I can with it and if it happens then awesome, but if not then I will always use it for a way to get my emotions out."
9. What is your “Theme'' song right now?

"hmm... I honestly have no idea."
10. Where is your dream place to perform?

"I don't really have a single place I would love to perform. I guess I would like to play shows at like a House of Blues, but other than that there's no specific place."

The AP Tour HOB 2010

The AP Tour 2010 at HOB Orlando


The Summer Set, There for Tomorrow, Every Avenue, The Cab, NeverShoutNever


Sunday April, 18th 2010 was one of the biggest shows at House of Blues this year as of yet with the AP Tour and headlining artist NeverShoutNever. Getting to an already formed line at 2:30 in the afternoon outside the House of Blues I realized it was going to be a long afternoon when by 3:30pm everyone's clothes were drenched in rain and our umbrellas were doing a horrible job of keeping anyone dry. By 5:30 the line stretched nearly the entire length of the West Side section of DownTown Disney, both wet and excited we started to move slowly around the venue until I was submerged in the middle of a pit crowded with youth wanting to hear some great music.

At the first sound of drums behind the legendary HOB curtain's the crowds' screams began to grow larger and the curtain swung open to reveal the upbeat band The Summer Set who played a fun set and I must say being a girl I love the fact that they have a female drummer rocking the stage , I don't see that very often.

Now Hey Monday was the next band lined up to perform but as all the opening acts are subject to change the band There For Tomorrow played in place. The lead singer showcased his love of the stage and his skill with the guitar as well as a great set from the whole band. But something

interesting I noticed about this lead singer was when I looked around I noticed the majority of the audience screaming over him had wrist bands on (over 21). hmmm:)
Next was the punk/rock band Every Avenue who was personally my favorite of the three bands that had performed so far. They got the crowd going crazy when the band performed "Where Were You" and the lead singer let completely loose when he crowd surfed and climbed in the pit.
The Cab with lead singer Alex DeLeon was such a cool calm artist with such smooth vocals that the crowd was wild for every song the band performed from "Vegas Skies" to "Bounce". The song "One of those Nights" had some company when lead singer to The Summer Set lent his voice to part of the infectious song that had the crowd lifting people up so they could crowd surf, which worked out for them because they were dropped at the front of the stage where Alex jumped down into to the crowd, so they got a very good view...
It's getting later and everyone is severely pumped and impatiently awaiting for the curtain to reopen one final time when we start hearing the strums of an acoustic guitar behind the curtain and the sudden wave a screams began to crash in to the pit getting louder and louder until the curtain pulled away to reveal the ball of energy known to all of us as NeverShoutNever. Christopher Drew rocked the house with his indie/pop vibe and "What is Love" is still stuck in my head! I ventured upstairs where the merchandise was being sold and endless Wonka candy (yum:) when my friend grabbed my arm and dragged me to the exit of HOB where I noticed the lead singer of The Cab (Alex De Leon) stood talking to fans and taking photos, unfortunately my
camera was ill that night, but at least I can say I got a hug from the lead singer of The Cab.


I left the House of Blues really loving the experience I had and the music I heard. Of The night my favorite performance was The Cab and NeverShoutNever!!!

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The GoodNight Anthem and The Honesty

The GoodNight Anthem



Just in time for spring comes some new, lively and satisfyingly punk/rock music. Out of Philadelphia with influences including MatchBox 20 and Third Eye Blind comes the band The GoodNight Anthem. They have been featured on “Absolute Punk” and the “Daily Chorus”, with songs played on the MTV shows “Next” and “Parental Control’.

With members Tony (vocals/guitar), Joe(guitar), Max (drums), and Ben (bass) making their way on tour amidst such groups as Mercy Mercedes, they will be performing in Florida around late spring. Their current EP is “Nights to Know You” The Deluxe Edition contains eight songs

including my personal favorites “Forgetting how to feel” and “American Movie”. The Goodnight Anthem's EP is currently available at select Hot Topic Stores and iTUNES. To hear The GoodNight Anthem just visit their MySpace at www.Myspace.com/thegoodnightanthem


The Honesty

The Honesty presently consists of Tasha Gilbreath as lead vocalist and Mikey Davis on drums. The band has only been in existence since September, 2009 and plan to expand to a 5 member group. They are from Baltimore, MD and have a catchy new wave sound putting a cool spin on the lead female rock groups today. Besides being beautiful, Tasha also mixes sweet and edgy vocals similar to Hayley from the award winning Alternative rock band Paramore and Cassadee of Hey Monday.

"We set out for a sound different to our scene." said vocalist Tasha who, along with Mikey, is recording their future debut EP. To check out The Honesty's debut song “Intentions” go to www.MySpace.com/honestyrock.



Happy 2010 Music Lovers

NeverShoutNever and Linden

I could spend time asking how your summer went but the answer is "It was too short and now I have too much homework!" So since we have that out of the way let me introduce you guys to a uniquely talented acoustic artist. Those of you that have heard of him will understand when I say I'm out of words...- 'NeverShoutNever'.

This is the alias of nineteen year old Christofer. His big exposure came... yes, from the internet. A big thanks to MySpace! He began performing as 'NerverShoutNever' in September 2007.

He toured alongside big names such as The Cab, Mercy Mercedes, We the Kings and Forever the Sickest Kids on the Wonka Tour that made a stop at the Lake Buena Vista House Of Blues! This one of a kind big heart artist admires all his fans and takes time to acknowledge them! No matter the emotion he probably has a song to accompany you...I really enjoy 'liarliarpantsonbackwards' and 'I just laugh' NeverShoutNever is available on itunes now! myspace.com/NeverShoutNever


Linden, is a very talented group of singers and musicians coming out of Wisconsin. The group says Linden came from a song they each enjoyed, 'An Oak tree stands beside a Linden' from one of the group's favorite bands “I can make a mess like nobody's business''. Consisting of Kara on vocals, Casi on Keys/vocals and Steven on bass. The vocals of Linden are similar to a less hash not as hard VersaEmerge with musical styling similar to The Morning Of, Meg and Dia and pop's Kate Voegle.

Linden is currently in the studio working on their full length record! You can purchase their EP 'The Future Is...' on either itunes or the bands merchandise store at linden.bigcartel.com! I really enjoyed 'Attached' and 'reflections' which are posted on their MySpace.... Linden is a great pop band headed for a ranking in America’s top 40 countdown! myspace.com/Linden

By:AP